Who were the offensive, defensive MVPs for the Shrine Bowl?

Jan 30, 2025; Arlington, TX, USA; East running back Jacory Croskey-Merritt of Arizona (31) is presented with the offensive MVP trophy after the East defeats the West in the East-West Shrine Bowl at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

The 100th East-West Shrine Bowl was on Thursday at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, TX. It wasn’t much of a competitive game, as the East team beat the West 25-0.

There were a number of players, especially on the East, to stand out.

But only two could be chosen for the offensive and defensive MVPs of the game.

On the offensive side of the ball, Arizona running back Jacory Croskey-Merritt was the MVP, rushing for 97 yards on 11 carries and scoring the only two offensive touchdowns of the game.

The defensive MVP was defensive back O’Donnell Fortune out of South Carolina, who had a tackle, two pass breakups and an interception he returned 65 yards for a touchdown.

Both surely made an impression on scouts and evaluators in attendance.

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Publish date : 2025-01-31 14:52:00

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